Best Incident Command Podcasts (2024)

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Clip 034 | Delta Force Operator | Hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and Appalachian Trail 18:17

12m ago18:17

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Todd Opalski is a retired United States Marine Corps reconnaissance man and JSOC Delta Operator that thrives in the outdoors. In this clip taken from Ep. 166, Todd details his experience on two of the worlds hardest hiking trails. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/formeractionguys https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com …

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Ep. 212 | John Dailey | MARSOC Detachment 1 and Recon Sniper 2:02:23

3d ago2:02:23

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John Dailey is a former member of the experimental MARSOC Detachment 1 who was hand selected to create the Marine Raider sniper program. Prior to Det 1, John served with the 3rd Battalion 7th Marines Surveillance and Target Acquisition platoon and 1st Recon Battalion. Support the show https://www.jcramergraphics.com https://www.ANGLICOshop.com http…

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#55: Ladder Safety- Top Ladder Safety Problems & Solutions 14:56

6h ago14:56

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Introduction: The hosts, Joe Allen and Jen Allen, discuss the importance of ladder safety and the excitement surrounding the topic. The episode focuses on ladder safety issues, not just inspections or conventional solutions, but on identifying user problems and how to address them effectively. Identifying Problems: They discuss various problems enc…

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Strategic Shift in Vancouver, Washington 31:12

3d ago31:12

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Send us a Text Message. Another exmaple of the Blue Card systemworking in this episode of the B Shifter podcast. Join John Vance and Josh Blum as they dissect real incident audio from the Vancouver (WA) Fire Department, demonstrating the seamless integration of strategic decision-making with the eight functions of command. You’ll get an exclusive l…

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Disaster Alerts During Severe Weather Events

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In this week’s episode, we touch on several tornado outbreaks in sections of the U.S. The alerts included a Tornado Warning in co-host Jamie Davis’ home location. Emergency Disaster Management expert Becky DePodwin shares with us how the FEMA wireless emergency alert system is activated and who is in charge of it. The text of the severe weather ale…

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Episode 53: Curse of the Pharaohs: The Tomb of Tutankhamen and Other Deadly Digs 26:42

1d ago26:42

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Today we are heading to Egypt to an excavation site where we’ve uncovered not only the dearly departed and mummified but also their tombs full of riches, wonders and more than a few possible curses. Today on The Odder we are tapping into every rerun of The Mummy you have ever seen in order to find out if the mummy’s curse is fact, fiction, or a lit…

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Bonus B Shifter: Radio Traffic From Cobb County (GA) with a Rescue 25:36

2d ago25:36

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as John Vance and Josh Blum reviews the intricacies of Cobb County Fire Ground Operations using Blue Card. Special thanks to Cobb County for sharing their invaluable experiences, providing practical insights for Blue Card users and anyone interested in fireground incident management. This episode features Josh Blum a…

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Exploring the Golden Calf Incident in Exodus and Moses' Intercession and God's Mercy 33:57

9d ago33:57

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The episode delves into the story of Exodus, focusing on the incident of the golden calf and its consequences. It explores different perspectives from historical sources and legends, highlighting the themes of rebellion, punishment, and intercession. Takeaways Different historical sources and legends provide varying perspectives on the story of the…

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Blue Card Weighs in on Two-In, Two-Out 40:28

7d ago40:28

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Send us a Text Message. This episode features Josh Blum, Chris Stewart and John Vance. We want your helmet (for the AVB CTC)! Check this out to find out more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qg5_ZwoCZo0 Sign up for the B Shifter Buckslip, our free weekly newsletter here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fmgs92N/Buckslip Shop B Shifter here: h…

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EP 36 Artificial Intelligence for crisis planning and support: Entrepreneur Justin Snair and Preppr.ai 32:36

7d ago32:36

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Send us a Text Message. Can AI really revolutionize crisis management? Today, we're joined by Justin Snair, the brilliant mind behind Preppr.ai, to discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming the landscape of emergency preparedness. From his roots in the Marine Corps to his innovative work with under-resourced organizations, Justin shares h…

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Severe Weather Impacts in U.S. and Around the World

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When weather attacks or seems to do so, it can be difficult to gather response in a timely fashion. In this episode of the Disaster Podcast, we chat with meteorologist Dan DePodwin and disaster emergency management expert Becky DePodwin about recent severe weather impacts that caused more than two dozen deaths in the U.S. May was a very active torn…

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Silverbacks on Recruitment, Retention and Recognition 48:13

15d ago48:13

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Send us a Text Message. We start by talking about Terry's wardrobe malfunction, the latest on the Silverback Leadership program, and what we can expect from Nick and Terry at this year's Hazard Zone Conference. We then segway into the topics of recruitment, retention, and recognition. This episode features Nick Brunacini, Terry Garrison and John Va…

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#54:How Confined Space Reclassification Saves Money + How To Reclassify Confined Spaces 10:46

17d ago10:46

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The episode opens with an acknowledgment of the contentious nature of confined space reclassification, noting its status as a highly debated topic within safety circles. The host invites viewers to engage in a discussion, emphasizing the importance of exploring different perspectives and considerations surrounding this issue. Key Points: Motivation…

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Clip 033 | MARSOC JTAC | Never Stop Learning 13:13

14d ago13:13

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Marine Special Operations Command (MARSOC) joint terminal attack controller (JTAC) Tony Musselman and host Justin Cramer discuss JTAC technology and Tony's pre-deployment training for his second Raider Battalion deployment. Check out the entire interview on Ep. 104! Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergrpahics.com h…

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Episode 257 - Chain of Command Part 1 1:00:53

14d ago1:00:53

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This week we got guest star Ronny Cox...RONNY COX!!!!!!!! We also get a nice cliff hanger and for once it's Jen-Luc that's in trouble. Join as we have made it to one of the best episodes ever, or at least the episode that leads into one of the best episodes. Next episode will be the more exciting, this episode is lot of table setting...ALOT of tabl…

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Episode 52: Killer Clown at the Door: The Murder of Marlene Warren 21:05

22d ago21:05

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Today we are flipping open our true crime case files to one that might make those among you with Coulrophobia squirm in your seats. A mother in Florida who answers the door to a bouquet of flowers and balloon courtesy of a red-nosed, big-shoed suitor is suddenly gunned down in broad daylight. The case goes cold for many years before a breakthrough …

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Ep. 211 | Brian Dickinson | Navy Rescue Swimmer and Everest Summiteer 2:00:06

17d ago2:00:06

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Brian Dickinson is a former Navy aviation rescue swimmer who is also a mountaineer that has summited Everest. After summiting the world's highest peak solo, Brian lost his sight to snow blindness and completed his descent with the ability to see. His trek from the summit was expected to take 2-3 hours and ended up taking 7 hours of feeling his way …

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Creating a Culture of Safety 1:16:51

18d ago1:16:51

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the transformative impact of leadership on firefighter safety in our latest conversation with retired fire chief Pat Dale. With his wealth of experience, Pat draws a direct line between the commitment of senior staff to firefighter well-being and the resulting decrease in injuries and mental health concerns. As we g…

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EP 35 Leading in a crisis - lessons and advice from a first time PIO and Deputy (Part 2) 20:16

26d ago20:16

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, we continue our conversation with Will Fitzgerald and Celina Cardenas from Occidental Petroleum recounting their first time serving in leadership roles for a major crisis exercise. Ever wondered how leaders maintain composure and maneuver through the chaos of a crisis? That's exactly what we uncover with Wil…

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EP 34 Inside Occidental Petroleum's Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Drill with Will Fitzgerald and Celina Cardenas 21:50

22d ago21:50

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, two first time leaders in a major oil spill response drill share their experiences, thoughts, and insights into leading during a major crisis. Occidental Petroleum tapped Will Fitzgerald and Celina Cardenas to serve as public information officer and deputy PIO for a recent drill, giving them their first tast…

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Mass Casualty Drill at Dulles International Airport 40:40

24d ago40:40

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Photo Credit Becky DePodwin In April, Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority conducted a mandatory mass casualty disaster drill. The location was Dulles International Airport in Virginia just outside of Washington, D.C. These exercises are supposed to be held every three years. Dozens of actors played the roles of the patients strewn around. Tw…

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Ask The Chiefs: Some Pretty Good Career Advice 59:20

25d ago59:20

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Send us a Text Message. This week, we will be hosting a Q&A session with the chiefs - Terry Garrison, Nick Brunancini, John Vance, and Greg Timinsky, to answer questions submitted by B Shifter listeners. We understand that dealing with a non-progressive fire chief who denies outside training requests can be challenging, but we have some insights th…

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The Only Path To Salvation - No One Else Can Save You! 43:45

1M ago43:45

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The Only Path To Salvation - No One Else Can Save You! In this episode, I discuss the importance of understanding Jesus's relationship to the law, the Word of God. I emphasize that there is only one way to God, and that is through Jesus Christ. I point out that religion often creates arguments and confusion by suggesting that there are many ways to…

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#53: Confined Space Training- Do You Need It? 10:52

26d ago10:52

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Summary: Equipment Selection and Use: The speaker stresses the significance of proper equipment selection and training in using gear specific to confined space environments, emphasizing real-world scenarios and environmental conditions. SCBA Usage and Alternatives: The speaker dispels myths around the necessity of Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus…

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EP 33 John Breed on counseling CEOs and leading in a crisis 27:05

27d ago27:05

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Send us a Text Message. Unlock the secrets of crisis leadership with the wisdom of corporate communication maestro, John Breed, manager of community and external affairs at ChampionX. We think John wins the award for working with most CEOs in a career, and he shares some of his tips for managing those relationships, particularly in a crisis. Our co…

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Episode 256 - The Quality of Life 52:46

1M ago52:46

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On this weeks episode we learn once again that it is a terrible idea to keep an, essentially, all powerful Artificial Intelligence on board a spaceship. Well most people think this, not Shawn, we all know he's on board with A.I. taking over. well until out benevolent robot overlords take over enjoy this weeks Warped. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…

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#53 Confined Space Training Length, High Angle/Rope Rescue: BONUS EPISODE 7:34

1M ago7:34

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Confined space training- how many hours should it be? Is there an “initial” class? Should it include high angle rescue? What about other versions of rope rescue? What about train the trainer? Before you schedule your confined space training this year, listen here- it could save you a lot of time and money and scheduling drama! 💰🕰️ #safety #safetyti…

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Episode 51: Murder at the South Pole: The Strange Case of Rodney Marks 32:02

29d ago32:02

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Today we are zipping up our parkas and donning our snowshoes as we trek out to the South Pole and a remote observatory where an Australian Astrophysicist mysteriously dies leaving behind a suspicious doctor, a new fiancee, and three countries bickering over what happened and who is covering what up. Today on The Odder we are talking about Rodney Ma…

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The Law and Jesus 36:34

1M ago36:34

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In this episode, I discuss the purpose of the law given to Moses and its connection to Jesus Christ. He explains that the law was given to make people aware of their sin and their need for a savior. Jesus came to fulfill the law and teach people how to walk by faith. Through faith and grace, individuals can access the power of God and overcome sin.…

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EP 32 Mastering Crisis Leadership with Incident Commander Dan Smiley 25:05

1M ago25:05

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Send us a Text Message. Emergency situations don't come with a playbook, but when they strike, it's leaders like incident commander Dan Smiley who orchestrate the chaos into coherence. In our latest episode, Dan reveals the behind-the-scenes drama when multiple agencies, such as the EPA and Coast Guard, must unite under the banner of Unified Comman…

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Updating and Improving Training Processes for Disaster Preparedness 38:07

1M ago38:07

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On the call this week were Dr. Joe Holley, Dan and Becky DePodwin, Kyle Nelson, and Sam Bradley with co-host Jamie Davis. The team started off talking about recent active extreme weather patterns in the United States Midwest. This included tornadoes associated with several lines of extreme thunderstorms. Then we bring in Kyle Nelson to talk about r…

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Ep. 210 | Nick Aicardi | Military Police and Afghan Advisor 1:18:28

1M ago1:18:28

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Nick Aicardi is a former US Marine who was Military Police and an Afghan Police Advisor. Nick also hosts the Hard to Kill Podcast where he interviews veterans from all backgrounds and it's available on most platforms. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com…

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The Rescue Dilemma 26:30

1M ago26:30

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Send us a Text Message. Join us as we unpack the gripping discussions where a decision-making class threw fire officers into the midst of a heated moral quandary: rescue a civilian or a downed firefighter? Over half chose the civilian, igniting a wildfire of contrasting opinions and a deep-dive into the soul of our service. With guests John Vance, …

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#52: Writing Confined Space Assessments: Our Experts' Answers 11:42

1M ago11:42

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Episode Summary: In this week's enlightening episode, we embark on an in-depth exploration of confined space assessments—a critical yet often underestimated aspect of workplace safety. With years of hands-on experience and a wealth of expertise, we unravel the complexities surrounding assessments, shedding light on the essential components, nuanced…

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EP 31 Incorporating Artificial Intelligence into a crisis response, with Dan Smiley 20:06

1M ago20:06

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Send us a Text Message. Prepare to navigate the stormy seas of crisis management as we welcome the unparalleled expertise of Dan Smiley, whose storied career has taken him from the decks of the Coast Guard to the forefront of oil spill response. Now, as a consultant and podcast voice on crisis leadership, Dan steps aboard our show to chart the inte…

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Episode 255 - A Fistfull of Datas 50:28

2M ago50:28

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Meow, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow, meow...Nothing but professionalism here. anyways this week another romp in the holodeck, no not the Riker type of romp, Worf and Alexander. play cowboys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Clip 032 | Marjah Combat Operations | 1st Battalion 6th Marines | Brandon Harris 17:12

1M ago17:12

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Brandon Harris is a Marine infantryman that deployed to Afghanistan three times. He served with 1/6 during the Battle of Marjah and describes some of his experiences in this clip taken from Ep. 163. Support the show https://patreon.com/formeractionguys https://jcramergraphics.com https://ANGLICOshop.com…

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Episode 50: It’s a bird, It’s a plane, It’s: Mothman! 22:55

1M ago22:55

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Today we are heading out for a drive in the west virginian countryside where we might get tailgated not by a semi but by a man sized moth creature with glowing red eyes and a high pitched shriek. Today on The Odder, we are talking about The Mothman. Is he just a misidentified local fauna? An alien? A Native American Curse? Or is he actually a harbi…

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RIT vs. On-Deck 40:03

2M ago40:03

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Send us a Text Message. Step into the heart of firefighting strategy and safety, as we bring you a riveting conversation from FDIC in Indianapolis. Grant Light and Chris Stewart join us to unravel the essential roles of on-deck and rapid intervention teams, likening their poised readiness to a baseball player at bat. This episode features Chris Ste…

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Pediatric Patient Care During WMD Situations 33:52

2M ago33:52

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Dr. Matthew Smith joins the show tonight to talk about WMD response and the management of pediatric patients exposed to chemical, biological, or radiological agents. Matt is a former US Navy Medical Corps Lieutenant Commander, and served with the Chemical Biological Incident Response Force, where he qualified as a weapons of mass destruction medica…

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The sequence of the Ten commandments 32:00

2M ago32:00

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In this episode, we look at the sequence of the Ten Commandments and how it relates to you and me today

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#51: Is That A Confined Space? How To Do Confined Space Evaluations 13:23

2M ago13:23

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In this episode, the hosts delve into the complex process of determining whether a space qualifies as confined, unpacking the various factors that must be considered in making this determination. They emphasize that confined space classification is not a straightforward task and requires a comprehensive assessment of several critical elements. Thro…

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EP 30 Baltimore Bridge Collapse: Review of the Communications Response 26:05

2M ago26:05

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Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Tom and Marc review the communications coming out from the various parties involved in the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. This is a complex response involving numerous federal, state, and local agencies, with communications coming from several different groups. Tom and Marc parse through the…

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Episode 254 - Rascals 53:20

2M ago53:20

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STAR TREK BABIES!!!!!!! The day has finally come. We learn what Jean-Luc looked like as a 10 year old. We learn about bad southern accents and its the return of America's favorite game. Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Clip 031 | Ambush of April 7th | 1st Recon Marines Rise to the Challenge | Jason Lilley 21:07

2M ago21:07

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Jason Lilley and other Recon Marines of 2nd Platoon, Bravo Company, 1st Recon Battalion were ambushed while moving on the dangerous roads around Fallujah, Iraq. The fight that ensued would end with bodies littering the battlefield after Lilley and the other Recondos fought back with devastating results. Support the show https://patreon.com/formerac…

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